Dream Town Island

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In Dream Town Island, players can build and design their own unique town on an uninhabited island, unlocking new stores, facilities, and transportation options as they progress. The town can support multiple generations of residents, who can find jobs, get married, and have children. Players can also collect and care for a variety of pets, including exotic options like elephants.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,186 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game offers a great balance of casual and competitive play, with a satisfying progression system and no microtransactions.
Customization options are extensive, allowing players to design their towns freely and interact with residents in meaningful ways.
The game is engaging and addictive, providing hours of entertainment with a variety of tasks and features to explore.

Some players have reported bugs that prevent them from unlocking certain buildings or progressing in the game.
The combo system can be obscure, leading to confusion and stilted progress for some players.
There are occasional issues with game stability, including crashes and problems with saving progress.

gameplay
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its simplicity, depth, and engaging mechanics, making it easy to learn while offering plenty of content and customization options. Players appreciate the absence of microtransactions and long timers, allowing for a smooth and addictive experience. Overall, the game is considered a standout title from Kairosoft, with a strong replayability factor and a well-structured gameplay loop.
- “Addictive and innovative gameplay.”
- “I'm really enjoying the gameplay, as well as the fact that everything is timed to completion within reason (i.e., buildings are completed within a few minutes).”
- “Well worth a purchase, this charming game offers several maps to customize and many rewarding gameplay features with the usual Kairosoft charm.”
- “There is a lot to do, a lot of mechanics, and it can be confusing to know what to focus on.”
- “Edo towns but with a modern city and many more unlocks, and a bit more depth to the gameplay.”
- “This one is pretty deep mechanically, without having to balance too much.”
monetization
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
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The game is praised for its monetization model, featuring zero ads and no in-app purchases, allowing players to enjoy a fully free experience without any hidden costs or pay-to-win mechanics. Users appreciate the absence of microtransactions, which enhances the gameplay and overall enjoyment. This model contributes to the game's addictive nature and charm, making it a standout in the free-to-play category.
- “Actually free to play, no ads, worth buying the game.”
- “No microtransactions or hidden fees.”
- “Addictive little game with no ads or in-app purchases.”
- “The game is charming, well designed, quite complex and there are zero ads or in-game purchases.”
- “Its like dream town days but without the pesky microtransactions.”
- “No microtransactions, easily a couple days of content before you start getting into the end game.”
story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is often compared to previous titles like "Dream Town Story" and "Dream House Days," with many players appreciating its engaging and time-consuming gameplay. While some find it a more advanced version of "Dream Town Story," others note that it successfully combines elements from various Kairosoft games into a cohesive and enjoyable experience. Overall, players recommend it for its fun mechanics and nostalgic connections to earlier titles.
- “Fantastic new game, it has all the best bits of Dream Town Story and Dream House Days.”
- “I find it confusing at first since I am used to Dream Town Story, but this is easier when you get the hang of it.”
- “It's the culmination of the ideas introduced in Venture Towns, Dream House Days, and Dream Town Story compressed in one bite-sized package that can eat away at your time without you noticing.”
- “This is the advanced version of Dream Town Story.”
replayability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its high replayability, with players enjoying multiple playthroughs and the opportunity to build various cities. Users highlight the engaging gameplay and the incentive to discover and unlock new content, making it a standout title in the Kairosoft lineup. Overall, it offers a fun and busy experience that encourages repeated play.
- “It's busy with lots to do and figure out, and it has great replayability.”
- “One of Kairosoft's masterpieces, great gameplay and replayability.”
- “This is probably the Kairosoft game with the most hours of playtime and replayability.”
- “As with all Kairosoft games, the replay value to discover and unlock everything is always worth it.”
- “And it's replayable.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming pixel art style that appeals to fans of simulation RPGs and tycoon games. While the visuals are simple, they complement the engaging gameplay and careful planning required in city building, making it an enjoyable experience for players. Overall, the graphics are well-received, adding to the game's addictive nature and satisfying progression.
- “Chill little town builder with satisfying progression and an adorable art style.”
- “Addictive city builder with charming graphics.”
- “I have bought, downloaded, and played many Kairosoft games, and I just love their graphics. It's easy to earn, the missions are very easy to understand, and they are always my favorite games, even though I'm a mom of three.”
- “You need to be prepared to sacrifice the aesthetics and be moving things constantly to get combos and level things up.”
- “The graphics are simple, yes, but if you're looking for a city builder that awards careful planning and over management, then this is a nice game to get lost in.”
- “I have bought, downloaded, and played many Kairosoft games, and I just love their graphics. It's easy to earn, and the missions are very easy to understand.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players suggest muting the game's music and using their own playlists, particularly enjoying hardcore techno, to enhance the gaming experience. Many find that this approach significantly improves their mood and engagement, even leading them to listen to the game's original soundtrack for extended periods.
- “I really like it, made me play and listen to the OST for hours.”
- “A really nice tip for y'all: silence the game music, set the FX to 1, and just play whatever music you like on Spotify while playing. It helps a lot with the mood, especially some hardcore techno!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game exhibits excellent stability, with no bugs or glitches encountered during gameplay.